International Students Clinch Gold at the 12th Shanghai International Wushu Expo

Fists and shadows fluttered as martial prowess unfolded, the enduring spirit of wushu bridging East and West. The globally anticipated event—the 12th Shanghai International Wushu Expo—commenced magnificently on September 19 at Hongkou North Bund!Over 5,000 athletes from 35 countries and regions competed together, including more than 300 international participants, joining this martial arts extravaganza themed "Wushu Move the World, Showcase China." Three international students from SHOU fearlessly faced formidable opponents and delivered outstanding performances，ultimately achieved the excellent result of "1 Gold and 2 Silver medals", demonstrating the exceptional demeanor of SHOU students on the international stage.

This Wushu Expo was newly incorporated into the International Wushu Federation's Grade C event system and unfolded with a "1+7" structure: one main venue linked with seven special sessions. SHOU's competitors remained composed amidst fierce competition, flawlessly executing the fruits of their rigorous training. Myanmar student MYA YADANA OO won first prize in the Women's Group C 24-form Simplified TaiJi event, while Indonesian student AGNES NATALIE NONE and Myanmar student HNIN AUNG HNIN both secured second prize in the same event.

After the competition, the students expressed that participating in this high-level international event not only enhanced their martial arts skills but also deepened their appreciation for the profound cultural heritage of Chinese martial arts and the sporting ethos of "forging friendships through martial arts and fostering harmonious coexistence."

The Shanghai International Wushu Expo is not only a platform for competition but also a bridge for mutual cultural appreciation. Our international students used Wushu as a medium and the competition as a way to meet friends, vividly showcasing the depth and breadth of Chinese Wushu to the world, while also deepening understanding and friendship among youth through cross-cultural exchange. We look forward to more SHOU students venturing onto the global stage in the future, demonstrating the spirit of "Diligence, Simplicity, Loyalty and Integrity",and contributing their youthful strength to promoting the international dissemination of outstanding Chinese traditional culture.